# Zao Onsen Ski Resort

> Famous for Snow Monsters and Hot Springs

- Japanese name: 蔵王温泉スキー場
- Prefecture: Yamagata
- Courses: 26
- Lifts: 41
- Vertical drop: 880 m
- Longest run: 9.0 km
- Night skiing: yes
- Terrain park: yes
- Official site: https://www.zao-spa.or.jp/english/

Famous for 'juhyo' (snow monsters) - frost-covered trees creating otherworldly winter landscape.
Historic onsen resort town at the base with strong sulfur hot springs. One of Japan's oldest resorts.

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Source: Zao Onsen Ski Resort — Japan Voyage